Indyplus: Actress Freida Pinto defends women's rights in India

Saturday 10 August 2013 20:20 BST

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The United Nations warns that the "dramatic fall " in the sex ratio at birth is a significant concern for India. The country's historical dowry system, as well as a strong preference for sons and increased use of sex-selective technology are partly to blame for the decline in female population.

Watch video of actress Freida Pinto supporting women's rights in India below:

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